Named in honour of Gwen, the Wife of Tom McDonald, father of Church Road. Gwen explores a more elegant and refined style of winemaking. Gwen Rosé is an off dry and finely textured Syrah rosé with subtle red fruit, floral notes, spice, and an underlying creaminess. On the palate, gentle acidity and a slatey minerality make this a sophisticated drink that will work well as an aperitif or as a versatile food wine. A great match with a range of fresh salads, seafood, poultry, and cold cuts.

The McDonald Series wines are an expression of both their fruit and the vision of their namesake winemaker. These are complex, textural wines with fine tannin structures, accompanied by a long finish. This Pinot Gris was grown at Church Road's Matapiro Vineyard in the cooler Crownthorpe Terraces sub-region of Hawke's Bay. Aromas of ripe pear, peach, rose petal, ginger and warm spice aromas are evident on the nose, complemented by a subtle, creamy complexity. On the palate the wine is lush and full-bodied with a moderate level of sweetness balanced by gentle acidity and a touch of ginger spice on the finish.

The McDonald Series wines are an expression of both their fruit and the vision of their namesake winemaker. Hand harvested and gently whole bunch pressed to craft a finely textured, complex and age-worthy style of Sauvignon Blanc. Vibrant flavours of quince, nectarine, pink grapefruit and elderflower are complimented by a flinty minerality, notes of roasted cashew nut and a subtle creaminess derived from wild fermentation and lees aging in French oak.

Church Road McDonald Series wines are a tribute to pioneering winemaker Tom McDonald, whose vision helped shape the reputation of Hawke's Bay winemaking. This aromatic, textural Syrah showcases a vibrant core of rich plum and berry fruit, layered with lifted notes of violet, warm spice, liquorice, and cracked black pepper, supported by subtle oak. Deep purple-red in colour, it offers a supple, expressive palate with impressive depth and character. Crafted unfined and unfiltered to preserve its integrity, decanting is recommended to fully reveal its complexity.

Crafted from premium fruit grown in Hawke's Bay's renowned Bridge Pa Triangle and Gimblett Gravels districts, Church Road Merlot Cabernet Blend showcases the harmony of classic Bordeaux varieties. Fragrant and elegantly structured, it reveals layers of dark berry, cherry and plum, complemented by subtle notes of spice, violet, cedar and rosewood. A medium-bodied palate builds to a long, satisfying finish, delivering a wine of power, finesse and exceptional drinkability.

Found in 1897, Church Road combines traditional winemaking techniques with modern thinking and innovation to craft premium, complex wines. A richly textured Pinot Gris with exceptional aromatics. Pear drop and nectarine aromas are heightened by lifted ginger spice, rose and honeysuckle notes, while the palate is rich and long with a medium dry finish. This wine is well matched with seafood, white meats and many Asian-inspired dishes.

Found in 1897, Church Road combines traditional winemaking techniques with modern thinking and innovation to craft premium, complex wines. The wine has rich pink tones, with aromas of bright raspberry and strawberry fruits. On the palate fine texture and fleshy through the mid palate, finishing with a gentle sweetness, balanced by a crisp acidity and a lingering finish. Serve as an apéritif or with cured pork or salmon.

Found in 1897, Church Road combines traditional winemaking techniques with modern thinking and innovation to craft premium, complex wines. Grown predominantly on their cooler Matapiro vineyard, this site produces vibrant, flavourful Sauvignon Blanc. Passionfruit, elderflower, grapefruit and herbal undertones are carried on a finely textured palate, enhance with a touch of new French Oak.

Dark, rich aromas of plum & dark fruits finish with a rich, round palate containing fine grained tannins.

A nod to the chardonnays of the past with oak, buttery toast aromas & a peach stonefruit flavour profile.

Elegant and effortlessly refined, Cloudy Bay Chardonnay has earned a reputation as the ultimate food wine. Initially reserved, it reveals layers of ripe citrus, apricot and fresh-cut apple with time in the glass, while subtle oak adds notes of vanilla and sugared pastry. A beautifully textured palate and long, fresh finish create a Chardonnay of depth and poise, equally at home alongside fresh seafood, creamy cheeses or chargrilled dishes.

Since 1987, Cloudy Bay Pelorus has set the benchmark for New Zealand sparkling wine. Crafted using the traditional méthode traditionnelle, Pelorus delivers crisp citrus and orchard fruit aromas layered with subtle notes of fresh bread from extended lees ageing. A creamy, toasty palate and lingering nutty finish create a sparkling wine of remarkable finesse and complexity, making it a perfect choice for celebrations, aperitifs, and special occasions alike.